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Xian Baokang: A Violin Craftsman in a Silent World

The results of the Violin Society of America (VSA) international competition in November 1998 came as a shock: The higher-than-usual judging criteria had cut the list of winners so short, that many hopeful candidates from Europe and America did not make it …

Festival of Arts unveils “Fresh Faces 2025” at foaSOUTH Gallery

As anticipation builds for the 2025 Festival of Arts Fine Art Show opening July 2, art lovers can get an early glimpse of the talent debuting this summer through Fresh Faces 2025, now on view at foaSOUTH, the Festival’s satellite gallery located inside …

Alex Martial Arts celebrates opening of new space on May 10

ALEXANDRIA — Alex Martial Arts celebrated the opening of its new space located at 2308 S. Broadway St. on Saturday, May 10. Following the ribbon cutting ceremony was a full morning of program demonstrations, interactive workshops, obstacle course, food …

Sweet teen beat in the cultural arts center’s staging of ‘Hairspray’

Popular Travolta film is based on the musical You can’t stop the beat this weekend as eight-time Tony Award-winning “Hairspray” continues at the Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center, 3050 E. Los Angeles Ave. The stage musical, on which the 2007 John Travolta …

Rotterdam’s Fenix Museum of art dedicated to migration opens amid migrant crackdowns

A gleaming spiral staircase protruding from the roof of a former Dutch warehouse overlooks a port where millions of Europeans, among them Albert Einstein, once boarded ships bound for a new life in the United States. The staircase, called The Tornado and …

Family Field Day at Spruill Center for the Arts

Event Scheduled Saturday May 17, 2025 11:00 AM EDT 05/17/2025 11:00 AM Cost: Free Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing. USER …

11 Years Of Children Of War: How A First-Time Director Crafted A Masterful, Brutal War-Epic

It is impossible to believe that war epic Children If War has been directed by a first-time filmmaker. How can a virgin artiste conceive such a vivid portrait of the rape of a civilization? This isn’t really a film. It’s a work of art, tempestuous and …

Vail Health dedicates Precourt Healing Center, Colorado’s new state-of-the-art inpatient behavioral health facility

The May 5 opening of Vail Health’s Precourt Healing Center, now the only inpatient behavioral health facility between Denver and Salt Lake City, Utah, is a dream come true for many. A crowd of attendees filled the facility’s lobby Friday afternoon for the …

East Auckland Art Kete: May-June 2025

The Howick Historical Village Midwinter Lights Festival is on June 14. Photo supplied Michael Yu LPSNZ This is a shared arts column put together by the Howick Historical Village, Te Tuhi, and Uxbridge Arts and Culture. Events: Friday 16 May – 27 June, 12pm …

New Wilkes Art Gallery exhibit opens May 23

Opening night for a new exhibit at the Wilkes Art Gallery by Anthony Coffey and the Out of the Blue artist collective is from 5:30-7:30 p.m. May 23. The exhibit continues through June 26. Out of the Blue artists Beth Andrews, Marion Cloaninger, Marsha …

Downtown Warner Robins unveils new aviation-themed art display created by students

WARNER ROBINS, Ga. (WGXA) — The city of Warner Robins unveiled a new downtown art display to celebrate the city's aviation heritage on Friday. According to a release, the "Wings at Commercial Circle" sculpture features 46 handcrafted …

Antiques: Correspondence of Michael Collins for auction

Artworks from the estate of Brian Looney, former editor of the Irish Examiner, are included in the Lynes and Lynes sale in Carrigtwohill next Saturday (May 24). The auction offers boardroom furniture from the Dulux factory in Cork, established in 1885 by …

Downtown Farm and Art Market levels up

New vendors offer goods such as knife sharpening, photography, freeze-dried food, and kettle corn, joining existing vendors selling produce, meats, honey and crafts. The market will feature live entertainment three Saturdays a month, a sponsored Kids Zone, …

Lessons From Cannes: How to Master the Art of Day Dressing

Outside of the screenings and away from the red carpet at the 78th Cannes Film Festival, attendees make their way to and from the various events, previews, and panels throughout the week. As such, they slink out of their couture gowns and step into attire …

Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art repatriates ancient silk manuscript to China

The Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art (NMAA) in Washington, DC, has deaccessioned from its collection fragments of contested ancient Chinese artefacts known as the Zidanku Silk Manuscripts, which were looted from a tomb near Changsha, Hunan …

Ancient African Kingdom art built brick-by-brick to be on display in Kelowna

A Canadian's historic art reimagining of ancient African kingdoms built entirely out of Lego is about to be showcased in Kelowna. Titled Building Black Civilizations: Journey of 2,000 Ships, it is artist Ekow Nimako's take on futurising the …

News Roundup: 'No' to Bourne Bridge funding; arts organizations face federal 'clawback'

This week: The state loses out on two $634 million grants to replace the Bourne bridge. Funding for the arts is drying up across the region with cuts coming from the Trump administration. And the Cape needs foster homes for children. We have those stories …

Video: Waymon Tisdale Fine Arts Academy students participate in career day

Ottawa councillors give city staff nine months to craft 'bubble bylaw'

The city is to engage with activists, labour, community groups, cultural groups and the owners, operators, staff and patrons of the various types of social infrastructure through a variety of methods such as roundtables, focus groups, one-on-one meetings, …

Antoine Dupont Joins Rugby Football Club Los Angeles Ownership Group

Rugby Football Club Los Angeles is proud to welcome Antoine Dupont and his company Ouest Coast into the ownership group of the franchise. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Widely regarded as one of the very best …

Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana (RHI) Sports Program Receives $30,000 Grant from The Hartford

Company also surprises local beep baseball team with custom equipment INDIANAPOLIS, IN, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RHI Sports, a non-profit organization and primary provider of adaptive sports opportunities for individuals …

Beyond PE: Maitland FL Private Gym Darwin Fitness Helps Homeschooled Kids Stay Fit With Structured Daytime Training

Darwin Fitness Launches Homeschool Personal Training Program to Enhance Physical and Cognitive Development in Children WINTER PARK, FL, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Darwin Fitness, a youth-focused private training gym …

Join the Second Annual EverWalk Denver Outside 25 at the Outside Festival on June 1

Walk Five Miles in Denver, Colorado, with Endurance Icons Diana Nyad & Bonnie Stoll DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The second annual EverWalk Denver Outside 25 five-mile walk is set to take place on Sunday, …

YMCA of Middletown Hosts First Golf Outing to Benefit Local Families

YMCA of Middletown launches first golf outing to raise funds for childcare, camp, and youth programs through its Strong Kids Campaign. MIDDLETOWN, NY, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On May 15, 2025, the YMCA of Middletown …

Cincinnati Massage for Mental Health Pioneers Trauma-Informed Bodywork Approach

CINCINNATI, OH, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cincinnati Massage for Mental Health (CMMH) is redefining the intersection of massage therapy and mental health care through its innovative, trauma-informed approach to healing. …

Lazy Hype Launches Podcast Spotlighting Wellness Entrepreneurs to Build Community

Host, Liz Hernandez, invites leaders in the wellness space to share unfiltered stories, personal breakthroughs, and practical business tips on her podcast. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lazy Hype, a wellness- …

White Orchid Counseling Expands Services to Include Psychiatric Medication Management

White Orchid Counseling expands care with psychiatric services, welcoming Dr. Vonnise Hussey, DNP, for medication management and evaluations. ORLAND PARK , IL, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- White Orchid Counseling is proud to …

WhoaZone at Heron Beach in Holly, MI Returns with Bigger KidsZone, Updated Party Space, and New Membership Options

HOLLY, MI, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WhoaZone at Heron Beach will reopen for the 2025 season on May 24, introducing several new features and expanded amenities for families and groups. Located within Holly Recreation Area, …

All-New George Junior Magazine now includes Homeschooling Lesson Plans

Team George Junior Magazine is thrilled to announce the launch of something they have been working on with passion and care: the All-New George Junior Magazine! LITTLE ROCK, AR, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Something …

Water Safety Month: Drowning Prevention Starts with Swim Lessons

May is National Water Safety Month. Each year in the United States, there are more than 4,000 fatal drownings, which is an average of 11 deaths per day. PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- May is National Water Safety …

Buggyra ZM Racing ready for Taklimakan Rally: Logistical and administrative hurdles overcome

Buggyra ZM Racing is set to compete in the Taklimakan Rally, one of the most challenging rally raid events in the world, running from May 20 to June 1 in China. MONACO, FRANCE, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- After months of preparation and …

Formula 1 Powerboat Championship Set to Make Thunderous Return to Shreveport-Bossier for 2025 Red River Rumble

Formula 1 Powerboat Championship is returning to Shreveport-Bossier for the Red River Rumble F1 Powerboat Showdown, over Memorial Day Weekend, May 24–26, 2025 SHREVEPORT-BOSSIER, LA , LA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Formula …

Stanton Optical is Making Eye Care Easy in Knoxville

Celebrating their 4th Store Opening with Same-Day Glasses and Exclusive Offers! KNOXVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stanton Optical, a leader in affordable and accessible eye care with over 300 locations nationwide, …

CrossWaterCreek Outfitters, a New Outdoor Adventure Brand, Launches with Focus on Fly Fishing and Expert Guidance

CrossWaterCreek Outfitters, a family-owned brand based in Lafayette, CA, offers fly fishing gear, curated travel, and expert advice for anglers of all levels. LAFAYETTE, CA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CrossWaterCreek …

Moving Ahead Services Continues as Official Moving and Storage Partner of the Cleveland Marathon

CLEVELAND, OH, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Moving Ahead Services, a premier moving and storage company serving Ohio and beyond, proudly announces its continued partnership with the University Hospitals Cleveland Marathon as the …

XSport Mouthguards Signs UFC Fighter Josiah Harrell as Official Sponsored Athlete

MMA Star Josiah Harrell Partners with XSport Mouthguards to Protect His Brain Through Innovative Mouthguard Technology COLUMBUS, OH, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- XSport Mouthguards is excited to announce the signing of UFC fighter …

Graphene-X Launches the ThermAdapt™ GX-Merino Heated Jacket in Kickstarter

HK, HONG KONG, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Graphene-X, the innovative apparel brand behind the award-winning AeroGraph Collection (Puffer Jacket and Denim Jeans), has launched its 11th Kickstarter campaign for the ThermAdapt™ GX-Merino …

Dorado Swim Academy Opens Registration for Summer Swim Lessons at The Paseo Club

Dorado Swim Academy is excited to announce registration for swimming lessons this summer at the distinguished Paseo Club in Valencia, California. VALENCIA, CA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dorado Swim Academy LLC is excited …

Rose Bowl Aquatics Center and The City of Pasadena Make a Splash for Water Safety

RBAC Launches Inaugural “Treading for Water Safety” Campaign and Kicks Off 35th Anniversary on International Water Safety Day PASADENA, CA, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a powerful show of unity and action, the Rose Bowl …